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Roanoke Police Department and Municipal Court

Roanoke, Texas

The Emerald Bracelet

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Josh Frederick, an Associate and Project Leader with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Josh Frederick

Associate + Project Leader

A black and white portrait of Maya Pavon, an Architectural Professional with GFF in the Retail Studio, in front of a white background.

Maya Pavon

Architectural Professional

SoupMobile Church Annex

Dallas, Texas

Bishop-Davis Land Use Study

Dallas, Texas

Corporate Headquarters at Old Parkland Interiors

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Jim West, a Principal and the Managing Director – Austin with GFF in the Austin Studio, in front of a white background.

Jim West

Principal + Managing Director – Austin

Weir’s Plaza Landscape

Dallas, Texas

And that’s a Wrap! – Austin Creek Show 2021

Pearl Bee Cave

Bee Cave, Texas

Alta State Thomas

Dallas, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Yasmin Al-Jafari

"My favorite part about GFF is working on our housing projects and their high quality of design. I appreciate the thoughtful and meaningful places created by GFF.”

A black and white portrait of Laura Cornell, an Associate Principal and the Director of Landscape Architecture with GFF in the Landscape Architecture Studio, in front of a white background.

Laura Cornell

Associate Principal + Director of Landscape Architecture

Architecture

Our decades-long commitment to workplace culture, the enrichment of our cities, and design excellence has earned us numerous accolades, including the prestigious TxA Architecture Firm Award in 2019.

GFF, Fair Park, and The State Fair of Texas: A Thirty-Year Relationship

We are excited about the opening of this year’s State Fair of Texas and proud of GFF’s role in the preservation and ongoing revitalization of Fair Park

Learning and Learning Space

AT&T Box Office Pavilion

Dallas, Texas

Dealey Plaza Restoration

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Thomas Castro, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Planning Studio, in front of a white background.

Thomas Castro

Senior Project Coordinator

John Eagle European

Austin, Texas

Dallas Theological Seminary Landscape

Dallas, Texas

SMU — Cox School of Business

University Park, Texas

Decoding the Effects of COVID-19

Christ United Methodist Church

College Station, Texas

Kelly Mitchell Fine Jewelry

Dallas, Texas

Can We Go Beyond Sustainability?

Resilient, restorative, and regenerative approaches all rely on a comprehensive team and systems approach to creating better built environments

Navarro College at Midlothian – Campus Master Plan

Midlothian, Texas

Tegna

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Bernabe Longoria, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Bernabe Longoria

Senior Project Coordinator

Uptown Station

Dallas, Texas

John Eagle Acura

Houston, Texas

Texas A&M University – Central Texas Campus Master Plan

Killeen, Texas

Protecting Our Feathered Friends

As cities grow and buildings become taller, the need to protect the earth's bird population is becoming more urgent. Thankfully, there are solutions to mitigate the problem, including guidelines for bird friendly glazing selections and building design features.

It’s the People Who Make the Place / Aaron Hunt

Aaron Hunt joined GFF in 2023 with a portfolio of achievements assembled over 25 years in New York, California, Texas, and Colorado.

Dallas Farmers Market Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Veritex Bank Garland

Garland, Texas

Park Place DFW Jaguar – Land Rover

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

Lakehill Preparatory School Classroom Addition

Dallas, Texas

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church – Sanctuary Renovation

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Jacqueline Sullivan, an Interior Design Professional with GFF in the Interior Design Studio, in front of a white background.

Jacqueline Sullivan

Interior Design Professional

A black and white portrait of Bryana Cozart, an Interior Design Coordinator with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Bryana Cozart

Interior Design Coordinator

First Baptist Church Lewisville Landscape

Lewisville, Texas

Church on Rush Creek Mira Lagos Master Plan

Grand Prairie, Texas

A black and white portrait of Josh Hafel, a Design Technology Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Josh Hafel

Design Technology Leader

Alta Waterside Landscape

Fort Worth, Texas

A black and white portrait of Jacquelyn Block, a Principal and the Director of Faith & Community Practice with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Jacquelyn Block

Principal + Director of Faith & Community Practice

West Love Retail

Dallas, Texas

Post-Pandemic Housing

Life Austin Chapel

Austin, Texas

Retail / Stores & Restaurant

GFF has a deep understanding of the retail and restaurant industry and we bring that knowledge and experience to all our projects.

Portrait of a GFFer: Lance Abaya

"My favorite thing about GFF is how they value each individual of the firm, and the importance of inclusiveness in every facet of the practice."

A black and white portrait of Farris McNabb, a Marketing Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Farris McNabb

Marketing Leader

A black and white portrait of Maureen Hellerstedt, a Marketing Coordinator with GFF, in front of a white background.

Maureen Hellerstedt

Marketing Professional

A black and white portrait of Sandra Beer, a Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Sandra Beer

Senior Project Leader

Northridge Presbyterian Church Education Buildings

Dallas, Texas

It’s the People Who Make the Place / Laura Cornell

Laura Cornell, PLA, LEED AP joined GFF in 2023 as an Associate Principal and Director of Landscape Architecture

CBD Comprehensive Transportation Study

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Danielle LoPresti, an Associate and the Director of Accounting with GFF, in front of a white background.

Danielle LoPresti

Associate + Director of Accounting

A black and white portrait of Drake Johnson, a Landscape Architecture Leader with GFF in the Landscape Architecture Studio, in front of a white background.

Drake Johnson

Landscape Architecture Leader

Christ Fellowship Church Master Plan

McKinney, Texas

Landscape Architecture

Our Landscape Architecture Studio is dedicated to creating beautiful and enduring landscapes that enhance the quality of life for all who experience them, while remaining mindful of the demands of the Texas climate and our clients' financial constraints.

West Bank Market

Austin, Texas

It’s National Women’s Health & Fitness Day!

On this National Women’s Health and Fitness Day, let’s create a new narrative that celebrates women and all the ways they choose to become better versions of themselves.

Heritage Plaza

San Antonio, Texas

A black and white portrait of Taylor Catalano, an Associate and an HR Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Taylor Catalano

Associate + HR Leader

Parish Episcopal School Gymnasium

Farmers Branch, Texas

A black and white portrait of Todd Burtis, a Design Principal with GFF, in front of a white background.

Todd Burtis

Design Principal

Eastfield College Master Plan

Mesquite, Texas

Coram Deo Academy

Plano, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Becca Vahldick

“I love going to shows, playing guitar, and even occasionally moshing. I generally go to smaller concerts or support local bands but tend to be at a concert 4-5 times a month!”

Lantana Ridge Office Buildings

Austin, Texas

Westwood School Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Park Place Bodywerks Dallas

Dallas, Texas

The Church on Rush Creek Mira Lagos

Grand Prairie, Texas

Factory Six03

Dallas, Texas

Fiori on Vitruvian Park

Addison, Texas

A black and white portrait of Jamie Wallace, an Associate and Design Leader with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Jamie Wallace

Associate + Design Leader

Construction at SMU’s Cox School of Business is Underway

The project will fully reconfigure and renovate the existing three buildings, constructing an additional 65,000 SF while increasing the buildings’ overall efficiency.

Gold’s Gym International, Inc.

Locations Nationwide

Environmental Science Building at Lakehill Prep School

Dallas, Texas

It’s the People that Make the Place

A black and white portrait of Jenna Ross, an Interior Design Leader with GFF in the Austin Office, in front of a white background.

Jenna Ross

Interior Design Leader

Alliance Town Center Phase I Office

Fort Worth, Texas

The Hockaday School – Science Building Renovation and Expansion

Dallas, Texas

Carroll Pointe

Southlake, Texas

Lakeline

Austin, Texas

Jade Waters at the Hilton Anatole

Dallas, Texas

Las Colinas Retail Center

Irving, Texas

Park Place Volvo

Dallas, Texas

First United Methodist Church Allen

Allen, Texas

SMU launches $140 million expansion of Cox School of Business

Dallas Morning News

Fort Worth Academy

Fort Worth, Texas

Village 121

Plano, Texas

Woodlake Church Master Plan

Broadstone Knox District Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Pegasus Park

Dallas, Texas

St. Andrew Methodist Church – Hasley Chapel

Designed as “a chapel in the woods” overlooking the creek and pond on campus, it is reminiscent of Robert’s beloved Arkansas home.

The District

Edina, Minnesota

Crystal Springs Landscape

Fort Worth, Texas

17Seventeen and Park 17

Dallas, Texas

Civic

Our civic design team specializes in creating beautiful and functional civic buildings that reflect the unique character of the communities they serve.

Grapevine Honda

Grapevine, Texas

¡Tomando el Escenario! Taking the Stage!

Recreation & Private Clubs

Our firm has extensive experience designing highly-functional recreation facilities and private clubs. We understand the specific needs of an client's end-users, personalizing each project to meet the distinct requirements of the individuals who will utilize these facilities.

Sewell Odessa Ford-Lincoln

Odessa, Texas

Fortune 500 Campus

Plano, Texas

A black and white portrait of Marissa Clinesmith, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Marissa Clinesmith

Project Coordinator

Park 17

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Santasha Hart, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Santasha Hart

Senior Project Coordinator

Park Place Lexus of Grapevine

Grapevine, Texas

Fort Worth North Patrol Division

Fort Worth, Texas

Denargo Market

Denver, Colorado

MedAssets Interiors

Plano, Texas

A black and white portrait of Brad Smith, a Senior Landscape Architecture Leader with GFF in the Landscape Architecture Studio, in front of a white background.

Brad Smith

Senior Landscape Architecture Leader

Ash Lane United Methodist Church

Euless, Texas

Parish Episcopal School Campus Master Plan

Farmers Branch, Texas

A black and white portrait of David Anderson, a Project Leader with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

David Anderson

Project Leader

Woodcreek Church

Richardson, Texas

Ten50 BBQ

Grapevine, Texas

Overture Fairview Landscape

Fairview, Texas

A black and white portrait of John Jacobson, a Senior Design Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

John Jacobson

Senior Design Leader

Northwood Club

Dallas, Texas

West Commerce Gateway Landscape

Dallas, Texas

GFF Church Works Design Maxims

17Seventeen McKinney

Dallas, Texas

The Alton

Dallas, Texas

Announcing Our 2024 Promotions

It is with great excitement that we announce the advancement of twenty outstanding individuals who epitomize our core values.

A black and white portrait of Maxine Kraft, a Design Leader with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Maxine Kraft

Design Leader

A black and white portrait of Kipp Schecht, an Associate and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Education Studio, in front of a white background.

Kipp Schecht

Associate + Senior Project Leader

West 7th

Fort Worth, Texas

Rendered masterplan of The Canyon in Oak Cliff, featuring a mix of uses, streetscapes, trails, and a central creek, bordered by Interstate 30, N Westmoreland Rd, and Pinnacle Park Blvd.

The Canyon in Oak Cliff

Dallas, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Hollyann Friloux

Outside of work, Hollyann enjoys spending time with her Golden Retriever (Connie), long walks/runs on the Katy trail, and seeing new movies in the theater.

VantagePoint Church

Eastvale, California

Aura on Lamar

Austin, Texas

The Ascent Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Village on the Parkway

Addison, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Bryana Cozart

Bryana was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from Kansas State University with a Master of Interior Architecture and Product Design.

North Patrol Division Landscape

Fort Worth, Texas

Dallas County Oak Cliff Government Center

Dallas, Texas

Alta Frisco Square

Frisco, Texas

Park Place Fort Worth Maserati

Fort Worth, Texas

Aventerra

Southlake, Texas

Post-Pandemic Retail

Santa Fe Trail Corridor

Dallas, Texas

St. Monica Catholic School

Dallas, Texas

Design District Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Talon McCart

Outside of work, Talon likes to bike, snowboard and wakeboard. Other hobbies include woodworking, home renovations, traveling and flying his drone. He also loves to spend time with his family!

Lakeshore

Austin, Texas

GFF 2021 Promotions

The Foundry

Fort Worth, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Josh Hafel

When Josh isn’t working, he likes to hike, rock climb, and play with his 5-year-old husky-lab, Hatchi. He also has plans to one day see all 63 National Parks! So far, he has been to one National Park and six State Parks.

Lakewood Country Club

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Becca Vahldick, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Becca Vahldick

Senior Project Coordinator

Crate&Barrel

Locations Nationwide

A black and white portrait of Matt Frame, a Project Leader with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Matt Frame

Project Leader

Woodlake Church

Bixby, Oklahoma

Montgomery Farms Master Plan

Allen, Texas

The Hockaday School – Liza Lee Academic Research Center (ARC) Renovation

Dallas, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Marissa Clinesmith

Outside of work, Marissa is involved in the AIA Fort Worth chapter Board of Directors as Director at Large, which she says has been an amazing opportunity to be more involved in the Fort Worth architecture scene- especially with the TxA conference coming to town this November 2023!

A black and white portrait of Lena Starostine, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Lena Starostine

Senior Project Coordinator

Office

Residential

Signazon

Plano, Texas

Texas A&M University – Central Texas Founders Hall

Killeen, Texas

Park Place Mercedes-Benz Of Grapevine

Grapevine, Texas

A Physical Plan for Downtown Dallas

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Hollyann Friloux, an Interior Design Professional with GFF in the Interior Design Studio, in front of a white background.

Hollyann Friloux

Interior Design Professional

Creekwood UMC Master Plan

Fairview, Texas

A black and white portrait of Tyler Porter, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Tyler Porter

Senior Project Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Emily Mendez, an Associate, the Director of Sustainability, and an Interior Design Leader with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Emily Mendez

Associate + Director of Sustainability / Interior Design Leader

Arts District Mansion

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Joshua Brown, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Joshua Brown

Senior Project Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Gavin Newman, a Planning Leader with GFF in the Planning Studio, in front of a white background.

Gavin Newman

Planning Leader

The Church Network National Conference is Almost Here!

Mark your calendars! The 2023 Church Network Conference (TCN) will take place July 18th through July 21st at the Irving Convention Center in the DFW Metroplex.

GFF 2022 Promotions

Sabina

Austin, Texas

Heritage Plaza Landscape

San Antonio, Texas

It’s the People that Make the Place / Maria Gomez

Burleson Business Park

Burleson, Texas

Firewheel Market

Garland, Texas

Dallas Academy

Dallas, Texas

Trinity at Left Bank Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Commemorative Air Force Museum

Dallas, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Jake Chavez

Knox Heights

Dallas, Texas

It’s the People Who Make the Place / Ricardo Montoya

Ricardo is a licensed architect, Principal and Director of Technical Resources at GFF with experience managing a broad range of project types of various scales.

Rock Church – Family Life Center

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Moody Family YMCA

University Park, Texas

Fort Worth Diamond Hill Recreation Center

Fort Worth, Texas

Scardello Artisan Cheese

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Beth Schmidt, a Senior Design Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Beth Schmidt

Senior Design Leader

Market East

Mesquite, Texas

Ojala East Riverside

Houston, Texas

1407 Main Street

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Scott Williams, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Scott Williams

Senior Project Coordinator

T. Boone Pickens YMCA

Dallas, Texas

It’s the People who Make the Place / Jon Rollins

Jon Rollins is a leader in GFF’s institutional practice, focusing on university projects, independent schools, cultural facilities and communities of faith, with an additional emphasis on historic preservation and adaptive reuse.

A black and white portrait of Jeremy Roehr, an Associate Principal and Studio Director with GFF in the Education Studio, in front of a white background.

Jeremy Roehr

Associate Principal + Studio Director

Zoning Cases

At GFF, we have been engaged by clients seeking to secure zoning changes in these areas to create more inclusive, accessible, and sustainable communities.

Blue Star

Irving, Texas

A black and white portrait of Heather Abaya, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Civic Studio, in front of a white background.

Heather Abaya

Senior Project Coordinator

Residential High-Rise

Prosper United Methodist Church

Prosper, Texas

A black and white portrait of David Swaim, an Associate Principal and the Director of Construction Administration with GFF, in front of a white background.

David Swaim

Associate Principal + Director of Construction Administration

The University of Texas – Pan American Visitor Center

Edinburg, Texas

QIP East End

San Antonio, Texas

Northwest Bible Church Masterplan

Dallas, Texas

3700M

Dallas, Texas

Greetings From Austin

John Eagle Hill Country Honda

San Antonio, Texas

A black and white portrait of Blake Thames, an Associate and Design Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Blake Thames

Associate + Design Leader

Benchmark Bank — Austin

Austin, Texas

Dallas Theological Seminary – Chapel and Student Life Center

Dallas, Texas

MedAssets

Plano, Texas

Mixed-Use

Our firm is committed to designing contextually appropriate mixed-use projects that add value to the neighborhoods and communities they are specifically designed for.

A black and white portrait of Chris Andersen, an Associate Principal and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Education Studio, in front of a white background.

Chris Andersen

Associate Principal + Senior Project Leader

Highland Park UMC – Lobby

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Garrett Barker, an Associate and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Civic Studio, in front of a white background.

Garrett Barker

Associate + Senior Project Leader

A black and white portrait of Chad Kyzar, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Chad Kyzar

Senior Project Coordinator

St. Andrew Methodist Church – Phase II

Plano, Texas

Post-Pandemic Landscapes

Portrait of a GFFer: Zack Sprinkle-Lewis

Zack graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, and a Master's of Architecture.

Ross & Peak

Dallas, Texas

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and School

Prosper, Texas

Celebrating ’22 & Ringing in the New!

As we celebrate the new year, we would like to take the opportunity to reflect on the great work we’ve done in 2022.

Riverside

Austin, Texas

The Hockaday School – Liza Lee Academic Research Center (ARC)

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Matthew Long, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Austin Studio, in front of a white background.

Matthew Long

Senior Project Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Nardine Mansi, an Associate and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Retail Studio, in front of a white background.

Nardine Mansi

Associate + Senior Project Leader

Azul

Austin, Texas

A black and white portrait of Mike Reyes, an Associate Principal and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Corporate / Office Studio, in front of a white background.

Mike Reyes

Associate Principal + Senior Project Leader

A black and white portrait of Allison Hubbard, a Senior Principal, Chief Operating Officer, and Corporate Treasurer with GFF, in front of a white background.

Allison Hubbard

Principal + Chief Operating Officer

A black and white portrait of Eric Marquez de la Plata, a Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Retail Studio, in front of a white background.

Eric Marquez de la Plata

Senior Project Leader

Planning

Our talented Planning team possesses a deep knowledge of the component building types which comprise livable, walkable, mixed-use developments, and we use our civic relationships effectively as we navigate the entitlement process for our clients.

We Are Hiring!

We offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment, competitive salary/benefits and advancement potential at all levels for Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, Planners and our Operations Team.

Milestone Church

Keller, Texas

How is ESG Impacting Real Estate Capital Investment?

Portait of a GFFer: Sydney Galloso

Dallas Farmers Market

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Ricardo Montoya, a Principal and the Director of Technical Resources with GFF, in front of a white background.

Ricardo Montoya

Principal + Director of Technical Resources

Life Fellowship Church Unveils Newly Transformed Campus

GFF developed a new comprehensive campus master plan for Life Fellowship Church (LFC) located in McKinney, Texas, which includes renovation and expansion of their current campus to include a 1,200-seat future worship center, a weekday preschool, additional adult classrooms, and an administrative suite on a very compact site.

Coram Deo Academy

Flower Mound, Texas

First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Richardson, Texas

Jesuit College Preparatory School – Campus Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

40 Years / 40 Facts

GFF is turning 40. Here are 40 numbers to celebrate the 40th year of our firm.

A black and white portrait of Kelsey Kohlmeier, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Education Studio, in front of a white background.

Kelsey Kohlmeier

Project Coordinator

Mockingbird Station

Dallas, Texas

Anthem Church Master Plan

Broken Bow, Oklahoma

The Trevor Project

GFF is proud to partner with The Trevor Project to make sure that every LGBTQ young person can live their story of pride fearlessly and authentically.

Life Fellowship

McKinney, Texas

A black and white portrait of Roberto Oviedo, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Corporate / Office Studio, in front of a white background.

Roberto Oviedo

Senior Project Coordinator

University of Texas at Dallas Campus Master Plan Update

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Carson Guy, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Corporate / Office Studio, in front of a white background.

Carson Guy

Project Coordinator

Ross & Peak Landscape

Dallas, Texas

The Hockaday School – Residence Hall

Dallas, Texas

First United Methodist Church of Richardson – Celebration Hall

Richardson, Texas

Life Austin Amphitheater

Austin, Texas

Catching Up with Alix Rios

Capital One Plaza of the Americas

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Andrew Adkison, an Associate Principal and Senior Design Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Andrew Adkison

Associate Principal + Senior Design Leader

Park Place Plano Lexus

Plano, Texas

Dave & Buster’s Concept Design

Dallas, Texas

Architecture’s Balancing Act: Beauty, Function, Cost, and Sustainability

In the world of design, finding the perfect blend of beauty, functionality, cost, and sustainability can be quite a challenge. However, as we celebrate the 2nd annual Earth Week at GFF, we aim to demonstrate that these goals can coexist harmoniously.

Christ Fellowship Church

McKinney, Texas

A black and white portrait of Sarah Hamzeh, a Project Leader with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Sarah Hamzeh

Project Leader

Windsong Ranch Amenity Center

Prosper, Texas

Buckner International Family Hope Center

Dallas, Texas

Harvest Lofts Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Clearfork Office Building

Fort Worth, Texas

GFF Church Works: Under Construction

Wipro Texas Technology Center

Plano, Texas

Southern Methodist University Perkins School of Theology

Dallas, Texas

Trinity at Left Bank

Fort Worth, Texas

Southern Methodist University Perkins Chapel

Dallas, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Gabrielle Duran

Outside of work, Coleman loves to travel. During his school years, he used his longer breaks to visit many national parks, with Zion National Park being his favorite. In his senior year, he visited Cairo, Egypt, and he recently took a trip to Copenhagen which he said was incredible!

Plaza at Preston Center

Dallas, Texas

Photorealistic rendering of the new SMU Cox School of Business situated within the SMU campus. Two new wings attach to the original structure, forming a courtyard. The architecture features red brick, Georgian style, matching the campus buildings. In the distance, high-rise towers and Dallas neighborhoods are visible.

D-FW’s $1 billion college campus building boom aims to meet future workforce needs

Dallas Morning News

A black and white portrait of Ross Charba, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Ross Charba

Senior Project Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Alexis Kaleri, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Alexis Kaleri

Senior Project Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Taylor Wade, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Taylor Wade

Senior Project Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Cecilia Garcia, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Cecilia Garcia

Project Coordinator

Did you know that May is Historic Preservation Month?

In honor of Historic Preservation Month, we would like to highlight some of the historic church projects we have worked on.

IBP 18

Plano, Texas

A black and white portrait of Jon Rollins, a Principal with GFF in the Education Studio, in front of a white background.

Jon Rollins

Principal

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

Dallas, Texas

UPR Master Planning and Zoning Consultation

Dallas, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Danielle LoPresti

Latino Cultural Center Multi-Form Theater

Dallas, Texas

Federales Deep Ellum

Dallas, Texas

First Baptist Church Plano

Plano, Texas

Cardinal Health

Dallas, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Marisa Dominguez

A black and white portrait of Michael Gin, a Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Austin Studio, in front of a white background.

Michael Gin

Senior Project Leader

A black and white portrait of Brian Kuper, the Design Principal with GFF, in front of a white background.

Brian Kuper

Design Principal

Lake Highlands Town Center Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Greenville & Richmond Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Market Ross Place

Dallas, Texas

Wheatland United Methodist Church

Dallas, Texas

Park Place Luxury Boutique

Dallas, Texas

It’s the People Who Make the Place / Emily Mendez

Emily Mendez is the Director of Sustainability for GFF, where she leads our internal committee comprised of sustainability representatives across all market sectors

Freedom Crossing at Joint Base San Antonio – Fort Sam Houston

San Antonio, Texas

Office Interiors

Portrait of a GFFer: Coleman Brink

Outside of work, Coleman loves to travel. During his school years, he used his longer breaks to visit many national parks, with Zion National Park being his favorite. In his senior year, he visited Cairo, Egypt, and he recently took a trip to Copenhagen which he said was incredible!

Southern Methodist University Centennial Master Plan 1997-2010

Dallas, Texas

St. Jude’s Medical Interiors

Dallas, Texas

St. Mark’s School of Texas Science Building

Dallas, Texas

Horner Family Legacy Museum

Irving, Texas

South Lamar

Austin, Texas

Monitronics

Farmers Branch, Texas

Jam With GFF

Arlington Highlands

Arlington, Texas

Alta Henderson

Dallas, Texas

Jesuit College Preparatory School AA&A Building

Dallas, Texas

Prosper UMC Master Plan

Prosper, Texas

Texas A&M University – Commerce Campus Master Plan

Commerce, Texas

Glass Technology that Can Bring Value to Your Building

IBP 190

Carrollton, Texas

The Container Store

Locations Nationwide

A black and white portrait of Ben Wade, a Landscape Architecture Coordinator with GFF in the Landscape Architecture Studio, in front of a white background.

Ben Wade

Landscape Architecture Coordinator

Pizza Hut and KFC Center of Restaurant Excellence

Plano, Texas

Caruth Properties TOD

Richardson, Texas

ELE Lower Greenville

Dallas, Texas

Factory Six03 Interiors

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Lance Braht, an Associate Principal and Senior Design Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Lance Braht

Associate Principal + Senior Design Leader

It’s The People Who Make the Place / Brian Kuper

Joining GFF in 1993, and a Principal in the firm since 2007, Brian has practiced architecture for nearly 30 years.

First Baptist Church Lewisville Master Plan

Lewisville, Texas

Henderson Avenue Mixed Use

Dallas, Texas

Monitronics

Farmers Branch, Texas

A black and white portrait of Sam Stribling, an Associate and Studio Director with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Sam Stribling

Associate + Studio Director

A black and white portrait of Brian Moore, a Principal and the Director of Planning with GFF in the Planning Studio, in front of a white background.

Brian Moore

Principal + Director of Planning

Cafe R+D

Dallas, Texas

Hines Maple Terrace

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Jason Hoyt, an Associate and Studio Director with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Jason Hoyt

Associate + Studio Director

Cielo Vista Church

El Paso, Texas

2500 Cedar Springs

Dallas, Texas

Zion Lutheran Master Plan

Dallas, Tx

Nolan Catholic High School

Fort Worth, Texas

Equinox

Dallas, Texas

New Project Opportunities

Please contact us if you are a prospective client with a new project opportunity that you would like to discuss with out experts.

Portrait of a GFFer: Sam Stribling

“My favorite things about working at GFF include its egalitarian approach to every facet of the design process; a stated focus on project continuity and collaboration; and concern for individual employee well-being.”

North Dallas Office Tower

Dallas, Texas

It’s the People Who Make the Place / John Shiver

As Director of Education Practice, Mr. Shiver is passionate about creating memorable places that inspire learning. His 30 years of experience have been solely focused on the education sector for K-12 and higher education projects and clients.

A black and white portrait of Russell Hagg, an Associate Principal and Senior Interior Design Leader with GFF in the Interior Design Studio, in front of a white background.

Russell Hagg

Associate Principal + Senior Interior Design Leader

Visalia First Assembly of God

Visalia, California

First Baptist Church Decatur

Decatur, Texas

A black and white portrait of Reagan Compton, an Interior Design Leader with GFF in the Interior Design Studio, in front of a white background.

Reagan Compton

Interior Design Leader

St Andrew Methodist Church

Plano, Texas

Fortune 500 Campus Interiors

Plano, Texas

New Year, New Space

Park Place Jaguar-Land Rover North Austin

Austin, Texas

23Springs Landscape

Dallas, Texas

First Baptist Church Lewisville – Phase I

Lewisville, Texas

Quest

The Colony, Texas

It’s the People that Make the Place / Jim West

Harvest Lofts

Dallas, Texas

Fortune 500 Campus Multipurpose Building

Plano, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Loren Boynton

Outside of work, Loren tinkers with anything automotive related (his current project is a 1981 Mercedes 300td), enjoys anything related to photography, and is raising two teenage boys with his wife Amour. He also took a Silversmithing class in college and has been hooked ever since!

Hope Fellowship

Prosper, Texas

A black and white portrait of Nicole Capps, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Nicole Capps

Senior Project Coordinator

Dallas Arboretum Parking Garage and Underground Walkway

Dallas, Texas

Lucas Christian Academy

Lucas, Texas

Digital Portraits — A grid of 25 GFF employee portraits digitally painted in an expressionist style

Promotion Party 2023: Celebrating the Rise of 25 Talented Achievers

As 2023 gets underway, we at GFF are filled with excitement and gratitude as we celebrate the promotion of 25 talented employees.

Dallas

GFF has been a staple of the Dallas design community for over four decades. Over the years, we’ve carved a memorable path through the city’s skyline to our current headquarters location in Victory Park.

University Medical District

Dallas, Texas

Alta State Thomas Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Las Colinas North Shore

Irving, Texas

A black and white portrait of Loren Boynton, a Senior Design Leader with GFF in theFaith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Loren Boynton

Senior Design Leader

Designing Spaces that Reflect Our Clients’ Mission

In honor of Historic Preservation Month, GFF will be a Bronze Sponsor for the 2023 Preservation Dallas Preservation Achievement Awards on May 17th, 2023.

1900 Lofts

Dallas, Texas

Corporate / Office

We have extensive experience in Corporate / Office facilities, having worked on such projects almost continuously for the last 25 years.

Cityline

Dallas, Texas

SMU Fondren Library Renovation Feasibility Study

Dallas, Texas

River Cafe

New Braunfels, Texas

508 Park Avenue

Dallas, Texas

Park Place Mercedes-Benz and Porsche of Dallas

Dallas, Texas

The Hudson Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Portrait of a GFFer: Shannon Fahey

Royal & SH 161

Irving, Texas

Westmoreland Heights Neighborhood Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Interior Design

Our Interior Design team specializes in creating unique and compelling atmospheres for a variety of projects, including corporate offices, fitness facilities, higher education institutions, private schools, banks, and retail spaces.

Kairoi Belmar Park West

Lakewood, Colorado

Chase Oaks Church – Local Good Center

Chase Oaks Church’s Local Good Center was recently featured on the cover of Church Design’s May issue, in the article titled ‘Design Helps Practice What’s Preached.’

John Eagle Honda of Rockwall

Rockwall, Texas

White Rock Montessori

Dallas, Texas

Austin

With an increasing share of the firm’s workload coming from relationships with Austin-based clients, GFF opened our Austin office in April 2018.

Should We Be Specifying Antimicrobials?

Confidential Family Office Headquarters

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Camille Vigil, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Camille Vigil

Project Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Jonathan Moebius, an Architectural Professional with GFF in the Planning Studio, in front of a white background.

Jonathan Moebius

Architectural Professional

Lakeshore Pearl Phase II Landscape

Austin, Texas

Frisco Kids Dentistry

Frisco, Texas

Army Air Force Exchange Services

Dallas, Texas

Melrose Hotel Conference Center Addition Landscape

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Scott Kanaga, an Associate Principal and Studio Director with GFF in the Retail Studio, in front of a white background.

Scott Kanaga

Associate Principal + Studio Director

Alta Luna

Farmers Branch, Texas

A black and white portrait of Talon McCart, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Talon McCart

Project Coordinator

North Burnet

Austin, Texas

Historic Preservation / Adaptive Reuse

Committed to the value of historic buildings as a cultural resource, our firm has more than thirty years experience in preserving, restoring and rehabilitating historic buildings

Freedom Crossing at Fort Bliss

El Paso, Texas

A black and white portrait of Zach McLain, a Design Leader with GFF in the Austin Studio, in front of a white background.

Zach McLain

Design Leader

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and School Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Aspen Heights West Campus

Austin, Texas

Employee Solutions

Plano, Texas

Denargo

Denver, Colorado

Alexan Cityline

Richardson, Texas

Texas A&M University – Central Texas Warrior Hall

Killeen, Texas

Asana Deep Ellum

Dallas, Texas

University Park Phase II

Austin, Texas

Fort Worth

GFF’s history in Tarrant County has deep roots and the firm opened the doors to its Fort Worth Office in 2014. 

McKinney Medical Office Building

McKinney, Texas

The Hockaday School – Classroom Renovation

Dallas, Texas

Town Lake

Austin, Texas

A black and white portrait of Rocky Owens, a Project Leader with GFF in the Corporate / Office Studio, in front of a white background.

Rocky Owens

Project Leader

Mockingbird Commons

Dallas, Texas

Alta Strand

Dallas, Texas

Trinity Valley School Athletics Master Plan

Fort Worth, Texas

Museum Facility Assessment

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Donald R. Kubala, an Associate Principal and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Donald R. Kubala

Associate Principal + Senior Project Leader

Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams

Dallas, Texas

The University of Texas – Pan American Campus Master Plan Update

Edinburg, Texas

A black and white portrait of Adam Fenner, a Project Leader with GFF in the Retail Studio, in front of a white background.

Adam Fenner

Project Leader

Cityplace Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Reagan Place at Old Parkland

Dallas, Texas

Two Arts Plaza

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Lonnie Burns, an Associate Principal and Studio Director with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Lonnie Burns

Associate Principal + Studio Director

Faith & Community

The Faith & Community Studio is GFF’s team committed to creating compelling environments for Worship, Fellowship and Education that are spiritually, environmentally and community driven.

A black and white portrait of Sarah Wheeler, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Education Studio, in front of a white background.

Sarah Wheeler

Project Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Syndey Galloso, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Austin Studio, in front of a white background.

Sydney Galloso

Project Coordinator

23Springs

Dallas, Texas

9001 Cypress Waters

North Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Jeff Swanson, an Associate and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Jeff Swanson

Associate + Senior Project Leader

Pizza Hut and KFC Center of Restaurant Excellence

Plano, Texas

Jefferson Tower

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of David Boone, an Associate Principal and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Interior Design Studio, in front of a white background.

David Boone

Associate Principal + Senior Project Leader

New River Fellowship

Hudson Oaks, Texas

Lyra on McKinney

Dallas, Texas

Food & Fiber Building — Fair Park

Dallas, Texas

Black History Month: Four Leaders that Empower Us to Make a Difference at GFF

The Westwood School

Farmers Branch, Texas

Locally Sourced Kindness

A black and white portrait of Aaron Hunt, an Associate Principal and the Managing Director – Fort Worth with GFF, in front of a white background.

Aaron Hunt

Associate Principal + Managing Director – Fort Worth

Pegasus Park Tower – A Center for Business and Social Impact

The newly renovated Pegasus Park Tower consists of more than 500,000 square feet of office and amenity space that intentionally connects strategic business partners, social impact organizations, academic institutions, and biotech startups.

Magnolia Heights

San Antonio, Texas

Alexan Lower Greenville Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Chase Oaks Church – Kidzone Renovation & Expansion

Plano, Texas

Spanish Fort Container Park

Spanish Fort, Alabama

Preston Meadow Lutheran Church

Dallas, Texas

Renovation and Historic Preservation for Education

A black and white portrait of Evan Beattie, a Principal and the Chief Executive Officer / Chairman with GFF, in front of a white background.

Evan Beattie

Principal + Chief Executive Officer / Chairman

CANstruction 2020

Harris Creek Baptist Church

Waco, Texas

A black and white portrait of Diana Cruz, an Executive Assistant, in front of a white background.

Diana Cruz

Executive Assistant

First Baptist Church Garland Children’s Hall Renovation

Garland, Texas

Arlington Life Shelter

Arlington, Texas

Ursuline Academy of Dallas – Campus Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Jason Cave, an Associate Principal and the Director of Civic Practice with GFF in the Civic Studio, in front of a white background.

Jason Cave

Associate Principal + Director of Civic Practice

Park Place Peeler Prep Center

Dallas, Texas

K-12 & Higher Education

Our team has a proven track record of guiding institutions through the process of programming, design, and construction to realize their vision, and we have successfully completed projects on 25 different campuses in Texas and beyond.

Vantage Point Church Master Plan

Eastvale, California

A black and white portrait of Deniz Soydan, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Deniz Soydan

Project Coordinator

Dallas Farmers Market Futsal Fields

Dallas, Texas

K-12 Schools and the Response to COVID-19

St. Monica Catholic School Renovation

GFF was hired to develop a comprehensive campus master plan accommodating the needs of both the church and the 900 student Pre-K to 8th grade school.

Bishop Avenue + Davis Street Streetscape Study

Dallas, Texas

Park Place Grapevine Porsche

Grapevine, Texas

Nokia House Americas

Irving, Texas

One Community Church

Next Generation Student Spaces

East Parker County Library

Aledo, Texas

Moody Family YMCA Landscape

Dallas, Texas

The Shops at Highland Park

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Evan Chavez, an Operations Coordinator and Office Manager with GFF, in front of a white background.

Evan Chavez

Operations Coordinator / Office Manager

Clear Creek Shopping Center

A black and white portrait of Phil DeLaughter, an Associate Principal and the Director of IT and IT Services with GFF, in front of a white background.

Phil DeLaughter

Associate Principal + Director of IT and IT Services

The Hudson

Dallas, Texas

Park Place Mercedes-Benz Of Arlington

Arlington, Texas

Custer Bridges

Frisco, Texas

Architect-of-Record Experience

Embarcadero Building – Fair Park

Dallas, Texas

Cook Children’s Primary Care

Denton, Texas

The Hockaday School Center for the Arts

Dallas, Texas

The Mockingbird

Dallas, Texas

Christ United Methodist Church Landscape

College Station, Texas

GFF CAN(e): A Design Competition for a New Animal Shelter

Chisholm Trail

Fort Worth, Texas

A black and white portrait of Keven Randolph, a Senior HR Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Keven Randolph

Senior HR Leader

St. Paul United Methodist Church

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Marisa Dominguez, an Architectural Professional with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Marisa Dominguez

Architectural Professional

Meet GFF’s Historic Preservation Team: Chris Andersen

With GFF for over 24 years, Chris has worked on a wide variety of project types including both new construction and renovation/rehabilitation of old and historic properties

Shelby Lane

Austin, Texas

Cielo Vista Church Master Plan

El Paso, Texas

It’s the People Who Make the Place / Jason Cave

As Director of Civic Practice, Mr. Cave is passionate about creating memorable places in the public realm

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John Laurence

Senior Project Coordinator

CityLine Market

Richardson, Texas

Stephen Pickard Transitions Into A New Role

Stephen Pickard, FAIA, former Principal-in-Charge of the GFF faith-based and non-profit market sector, including the Church Works studio, transitioned to a different role at the end of 2022.

People

Our staff of 140 offers architecture, interior design, planning and landscape architecture throughout the US

A black and white portrait of Janet Spees, a Project Leader with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Janet Spees

Project Leader

Watchguard Video Landscape

Allen, Texas

Chase Oaks Church

Plano, Texas

Stephen Pickard Elected to the AIA College of Fellows

A black and white portrait of Gabrielle Duran, a Project Coordinator with GFF in the Austin Studio, in front of a white background.

Gabrielle Duran

Project Coordinator

Trailhead Social

Austin, Texas

Cascades

The Colony, Texas

The Cooper

Fort Worth, Texas

Multifamily Residential

Our designers strive to create vibrant, pedestrian-oriented residential developments that offer modern living in aesthetically and formally pleasing buildings.

A Destination Workplace Comes To Life

Honda of Burleson

Burleson, Texas

A black and white portrait of Anna Eliese Ridgley, a Landscape Architecture Leader with GFF in the Landscape Architecture Studio, in front of a white background.

Anna Eliese Ridgley

Landscape Architecture Leader

A black and white portrait of Sara Good, an Associate, Studio Director and Project Leader with GFF in the Austin Studio, in front of a white background.

Sara Good

Associate + Studio Director / Project Leader

The Episcopal Church of Transfiguration

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Jason Fedors, a Planning Leader with GFF in the Planning Studio, in front of a white background.

Jason Fedors

Planning Leader

A black and white portrait of David Rosenbloom, a Design Leader with GFF in the Corporate / Office Studio, in front of a white background.

David Rosenbloom

Design Leader

9111 Cypress Waters

Dallas, Texas

Austin Ranch Office Landscape

The Colony, Texas

A black and white portrait of Lance Abaya, an Associate and Senior Design Leader with GFF in the Retail Studio, in front of a white background.

Lance Abaya

Associate + Senior Design Leader

Trinity Christian Academy

Addison, Texas

Capital One

Plano, Texas

It’s the People Who Make the Place / Jacquelyn Block

Jacquelyn joined GFF in 2011 and has extensive architectural experience leading faith-based, non-profit, and educational projects.

Holy Spirit Catholic Church Master Plan

Duncanville, Texas

Crescent Museum Place Office and Multifamily

Fort Worth, Texas

A black and white portrait of Stephen Pickard, a Principal Emeritus with GFF, in front of a white background.

Stephen Pickard

Principal Emeritus

Fort Bragg Entertainment District Landscape

Fort Bragg, North Carolina

Lantower Prosper Landscape

Prosper, Texas

City Cafe

Dallas, Texas

The Ascent

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Tuesdie Alonso, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Fort Worth Studio, in front of a white background.

Tuesdie Alonso

Senior Project Coordinator

AG Hill Partners

Dallas, Texas

Chase Oaks Church – Sloan Creek Campus

Fairview, Texas

It’s the People that Make the Place / Alix Rios

With an eclectic portfolio ranging from build-to-suit corporate interiors and tenant finish-outs, to higher education and retail, she thrives under the challenge of multi-faceted interiors and diverse teams.

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church & School Master Plan

Prosper, Texas

Park Place Mercedes-Benz of Fort-Worth

Fort Worth, Texas

An evening photograph of Illuminated frog sculptures sitting in a landscape area adjacent to the entrance to the Perot Museum of Nature & Science

Sustainability

GFF carefully considers the resources of our clients and our planet to create healthier, higher performing environments.

NorthPark / Caruth Farm Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Cultural / Arts

When we are designing a museum, gallery, performance space, or a cultural project, we strive to create spaces that inspire and enrich the lives of those who use them.

Historic Preservation Month

In honor of Historic Preservation Month, GFF will be a Bronze Sponsor for the 2023 Preservation Dallas Preservation Achievement Awards on May 17th, 2023.

Adaptive Reuse in an Environmentally Conscious Work Environment

In a post-pandemic world where employees may be reluctant to return to the office full time, the inventory of empty or partially occupied buildings continues to grow.

Alta Left Bank

Fort Worth, Texas

Burgher Haggard Office

Fort Worth, Texas

Frontier Texas!

Abilene, Texas

Stacy Green

Allen, Texas

A black and white portrait of John Shiver, an Associate Principal and the Director of Education Practice with GFF in the Education Studio, in front of a white background.

John Shiver

Associate Principal + Director of Education Practice

Alexan Garza Ranch

Austin, Texas

Trinity River Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Dallas, Texas

Confidential Family Office Headquarters Landscape

Dallas, Texas

HG Sply Co.

Trophy Club, Texas

GFF Women’s History Month

A black and white portrait of Jacob Thibodeaux, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Jacob Thibodeaux

Senior Project Coordinator

Old Parkland Campus Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Yesenia Brena, an Architectural Professional with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Yesenia Brena

Architectural Professional

Church Design Post COVID-19

A black and white portrait of Jake Chavez, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Austin Studio, in front of a white background.

Jake Chavez

Senior Project Coordinator

Aura Bluffview Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Alpha Plaza

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Shannon Fahey, a Senior Office Manager and Accounting Coordinator with GFF, in front of a white background.

Shannon Fahey

Senior Office Manager / Accounting Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Michael R. Lehr, an Associate and Studio Director with GFF in the Faith & Community Studio, in front of a white background.

Michael R. Lehr

Associate + Studio Director

Pinehaven

Harrison County, Mississippi

Princeton Municipal Park

Princeton, Texas

IBP XVII Amenity Center

Plano, TX

Melissa Park Village

Melissa, Texas

Trinity South Master Planning and Zoning Consultation

Dallas, Texas

Navarro College – Ellis County College Campus Study

Waxahachie, Texas

John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

Seagoville, Texas

Alta West Commerce Landscape

Dallas, Texas

So7

Fort Worth, Texas

TCU – Robert Carr Chapel Renovation

Ft. Worth, Texas

Woodcreek Church Master Plan

Richardson, Texas

St. Patrick Catholic Church

Dallas, Texas

Under Construction

The GFF Church Works Studio has been busy working on projects under construction recently.

Brandt Engineering Corporate Headquarters Interiors

Carrollton, Texas

A black and white portrait of Grant Wickard, an Associate Principal and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Retail Studio, in front of a white background.

Grant Wickard

Associate Principal + Senior Project Leader

A black and white portrait of Coleman Brink, a Design Coordinator with GFF, in front of a white background.

Coleman Brink

Design Coordinator

Navarro College at Midlothian Classroom Building

Midlothian, Texas

First United Methodist Church of Dallas Developmental Learning Center

Dallas, Texas

Alexan Henderson

Dallas, Texas

St. Monica Catholic School Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Heritage Plaza Landscape

San Antonio, Texas

Mueller

Austin, Texas

Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center

Dallas, Texas

Corazon

Austin, Texas

Chase Oaks Local Good Center

Plano, Texas

International on Turtle Creek

Dallas, Texas

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Harrison Connor

Senior Project Leader

Portrait of a GFFer: Matthew Long

Outside of work, Matthew enjoys watching movies, playing board and video games, building wooden models, and volunteering!

23Springs

Dallas, Texas

Broadstone Knox District

Dallas, Texas

Dallas Zoo Tiger Exhibit

Dallas, Texas

Southern Methodist University Binkley Avenue Garage

Dallas, Texas

Corporate Headquarters at Old Parkland

Dallas, Texas

The Braden on Fifth

Fort Worth, Texas

Ardan West Village

Dallas, Texas

The Kincaid at Legacy

Plano, Texas

Heritage Creekside

Dallas, Texas

Faculty Offices: A Space Allocation Dilemma

1000 Weatherford

Fort Worth, Texas

Bexar Street Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Panther Island Landscape

Fort Worth, Texas

A black and white portrait of Todd Toupal, an Associate and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Corporate / Office Studio, in front of a white background.

Todd Toupal

Associate + Senior Project Leader

Portrait of a GFFer: Amanda Kalescky

Outside of work, Amanda loves supporting her kids whether that is speaking at career day, leading the Girl Scout Troop, or cheering them on at their sporting events.

A black and white portrait of Levi Hooten, an Associate and Creative Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Levi Hooten

Associate + Creative Leader

Dallas Zoo Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Northridge Presbyterian Church

Dallas, Texas

Cobb Farm

Frisco, Texas

Lakewood Elementary

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Amanda Kalescky, a Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Corporate / Office Studio, in front of a white background.

Amanda Kalescky

Senior Project Coordinator

The Bottom Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

St. Andrew Methodist Church – Hasley Chapel

Plano, Texas

The Slate

Dallas, Texas

Alta 289

Plano, Texas

CB2

Minneapollis, Minnesota

M Line Tower

Dallas, Texas

Lake Highlands Town Center Water Feature

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Emily Carvell, an Operations Professional with GFF, in front of a white background.

Emily Carvell

Operations Professional

A black and white portrait of Kent Pontious, an Associate Principal and Studio Director with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Kent Pontious

Associate Principal + Studio Director

The Bond

Austin, Texas

Stockyards Station

Fort Worth, Texas

A black and white portrait of Mariah Trevizo, an Associate and Senior Project Coordinator with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Mariah Trevizo

Associate + Senior Project Coordinator

Henderson Avenue Mixed Use Landscape

Dallas, Texas

Family Office Headquarters

Dallas, Texas

Downtown Dallas Parks Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Russell Creek Family YMCA

Plano, Texas

Trailhead

Fort Worth, Texas

A black and white portrait of Maria Gomez, a Principal and Studio Director with GFF in the Corporate / Office Studio, in front of a white background.

Maria Gomez

Principal + Studio Director

The Lookout at Lake Highlands Town Center

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Alejandra Rodriguez, an Architectural Professional with GFF in the Austin Studio, in front of a white background.

Alejandra Rodriguez

Architectural Professional

Central Baptist Church

Bryan, Texas

The Langford

Dallas, Texas

Zion Lutheran Church and School

Dallas, Texas

Burnet Marketplace

Austin, Texas

Weir’s Plaza

Dallas, Texas

Alta Trinity Green

Dallas, Texas

Dallas Theological Seminary Masterplan

Dallas, Texas

Hear from our Designers – What’s new in Church Seating?

Furniture for church facilities has shifted in recent years. Here are the trends we are excited about!

Annette Strauss Artist Square

Dallas, Texas

Restaurant Concept

Dallas, Texas

AvreaFoster

Dallas, Texas

Benchmark Title Offices

Dallas, Texas

North Oak Cliff Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Mercer Crossing Landscape

Farmers Branch, Texas

Dallas Holocaust Museum

Dallas, Texas

Construction at Fair Park

GFF currently has two historic preservation projects under construction at Fair Park – the Pan American Arena and the Tower Building.

West Love Apartments

Dallas, Texas

Good Shepherd Episcopal School Center for Creative Learning

Dallas, Texas

Dallas Zoo South Garage

The Dallas Zoo South Garage is a simple building on a complex site, pairing an efficient layout with a visually dynamic façade to promote the Zoo’s mission and brand.

A black and white portrait of Alix Rios, an Associate Principal and Studio Director with GFF in the Interior Design Studio, in front of a white background.

Alix Rios

Associate Principal + Studio Director

Mercer Crossing Business Park

Farmers Branch, Texas

A black and white portrait of Mark Holsinger, an Associate Principal and Senior Design Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.

Mark Holsinger

Associate Principal + Senior Design Leader

Turning On A New Light

We are excited to start 2024 with a new logo, inspired by our new headquarters in the heart of the vibrant Victory Park neighborhood of Dallas. This transition is more than just a change of logo and address; it is an improved reflection of who we are and where we want to go as an industry-leading, design-focused firm.

Automotive

Our automotive team is renown is known for creating stunning spaces for displaying high-end luxury vehicles.

GFF Austin Celebrates Five Years!

In honor of Historic Preservation Month, GFF will be a Bronze Sponsor for the 2023 Preservation Dallas Preservation Achievement Awards on May 17th, 2023.

Alliance Town Center Master Plan

Fort Worth, Texas

First United Methodist Church of Dallas

Dallas, Texas

GFF Announces Three New Principals

GFF is excited to announce three new principals as our firm continues to expand its reach and add diversity of expertise and perspective to our Principal team

Becky Baker, RID, NCIDQ, ASID

Senior Interior Design Coordinator

Heep Ranch

Austin, Texas

Stacy Pointe

Allen, Texas

The Hockaday School – Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

A black and white portrait of Addison Buntin, an Interior Design Coordinator with GFF in the Interior Design Studio, in front of a white background.

Addison Buntin

Interior Design Coordinator

A black and white portrait of Leah Coley, an Architectural Professional with GFF in the Mixed-Use & Multifamily Studio, in front of a white background.

Leah Coley

Architectural Professional